Obesity

In Depth Study finds that taxing sugary snacks not drinks would cut obesity more effectively

By Gabriel Power, The Week UK Last updated 5 September 19

Speed Read Cancer Research UK accused of ‘fat shaming’ in its new campaign

By The Week Staff Published 3 July 19

In Depth A round up of the headlines from UK newspapers on 29 April

By The Week Staff Published 29 April 19

In Depth New research suggests eating ‘ultra-processed’ foods may increase risk of early death

By The Week Staff Last updated 12 February 19

Speed Read Major US study reveals that younger generations are at higher risk

By The Week Staff Last updated 4 February 19

In Depth Genetics research suggests ‘dice are loaded’ against the obese from birth

By The Week Staff Published 25 January 19

In Depth Landmark study finds eating high-fibre diet cuts risk of chronic diseases and early death

By The Week Staff Last updated 14 January 19

In Depth 5,000 patients put on ultra low calorie liquid diet which may ‘cure’ the disease

By The Week Staff Last updated 30 November 18

In Depth The Week looks at the research into prescription and over-the-counter weight-loss drugs

By The Week Staff Last updated 21 November 18

Speed Read New research suggests that babies and children exposed to toxic air gain weight faster

By The Week Staff Published 5 November 18

Speed Read New study shows UK has third-highest level of obesity among European nations

By The Week Staff Published 12 September 18

Speed Read New study suggests just one sleepless night can make your body store extra fat

By The Week Staff Published 23 August 18